New Year's Day holidays can change the pace of life of many families. Young children tend to sleep later, eat erratically with cakes, candies, and soft drinks. If not adjusted appropriately, these changes can affect children's digestion, immunity, and physical condition.
The most important principle in the holiday diet is to keep the eating rhythm as close to normal as possible. Parents should maintain three main meals and one to two snacks each day, avoiding children skipping meals or eating too much at once. Eating time should be fixed so that the child's digestive system functions stably.
In main meals, it is necessary to ensure sufficient four groups of nutrients: starch, protein, fat and vitamins and minerals.
Rice, porridge, noodles, and sweet potatoes are still the main sources of energy. Protein should prioritize lean meat, fish, eggs, and tofu; limit fried and greasy dishes that easily cause bloating. Fat should be chosen from vegetable oil in moderation to support vitamin absorption.
Green vegetables and fruits are indispensable foods during holidays. They help supplement fiber, prevent constipation, which is quite common when children eat a lot of protein and sweets.
Parents can flexibly process vegetables into soups, soups, or cut them into small pieces and mix them with rice to make it easier for children to eat. Fruits should be fresh, less sweet, avoid sugary types.
An important note is to control cakes, candies, soft drinks and snacks. Young children are very easily attracted to these dishes on holidays, but eating too much will increase the risk of tooth decay, digestive disorders and loss of appetite for main meals. Parents should limit the number, only feed children after main meals and not take meals instead.
Children should also drink enough filtered water during the day, especially when participating in recreational activities. Limit sugary soda and bottled water. For young children, milk is still an important source of nutrition, but should not be given too much close to mealtime.
Besides eating, food safety and hygiene are factors that cannot be ignored. Food needs to be cooked and preserved properly, avoiding being left for too long in warm weather conditions. When feeding children outside, parents should choose a place that ensures hygiene.
Finally, a diet is only really effective when it comes with reasonable living. Children need to get enough sleep and exercise lightly every day to digest better.
A fun and scientific holiday will help children be healthy and ready to return to normal daily life after the New Year.
(The article is for reference only, not for professional advice. Always consult a doctor or medical expert if you have questions).
